Abby Schneiderman and Gene Newman, co-authors of the Amazon bestseller "In Case You Get Hit By A Bus", cover issues related to better organizing your life, and getting prepared for the unexpected. New episodes released every other Monday. Abby Schneiderman is the co-founder and co-CEO of Everplans, an industry leader in digital estate planning and organization. Gene Newman is Everplans' Editorial Director and writes Everplans top content on organization and planning. In Case You Get Hit By A ...
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Stories and interviews with people passionate about Long Island history.
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When I came out to my family, I was essentially asking them to come on this new journey with me. They were now the family of an LGBTQ+ person, and it was new to all of us. In this podcast, I chat with parents who chose unconditional love over fear and whose supportive conversations are helping to keep the closet door open. I also chat with folx in my LGBTQ+ community, who share their stories so that parents, families, and friends can listen in and understand the journey more. You don't have ...
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Conversations revealing the cultural and emotional impact of our favorite musicals in theatre history. On each episode of “A Musical Theatre Podcast,” Jeff welcomes a special guest to explore one musical from theatre history. Together they get to the heart of the show’s cultural and emotional impact by looking at its creators, context, and storytelling. Always fun and heartfelt, this is the podcast to celebrate the humanity of our musical theatre art form.
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Episode 199: Dr. Angela Fernandez and Pierson v Post
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29:00When Jessie Pierson and Lodowick Post argued over a fox in early 19th century Southampton, they probably didn’t think the resulting court case would echo down the ages. Yet here we are 220 years later talking with legal historian Angela Fernandez about the odd, improbable history of Pierson v Post. A professor of law and history at the University o…
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Dr. Dan Morrison returns to the Pillar Podcast to discuss his contributions to the newly released New Testament In Color, a one-volume New Testament Bible commentary. In this episode, we explore his commentary on socially located readings and dive into their implications for understanding the text. Join us for this important and thought-provoking c…
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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS with Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co.
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1:08:35It's beyond privilege to record an episode about a musical with the writers of said musical, and that is exactly what we have this week! To celebrate last season's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS debut in the licensing world, Tony-nominee Rick Elice (JERSEY BOYS, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, SMASH) as well as three members of innovative theatre team PigPen Theat…
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Exploring Revelation with Dr. Dan Morrison
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32:18The Pillar Podcast team sat down with Dr. Dan Morrison, New Testament professor here at Pillar Seminary, as he shared about his academic journey, his upbringing, and his service as a Navy chaplain. We’ll also dive into his work and unique perspectives on the book of Revelation, exploring the areas that fascinate him most.…
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Episode 198: Mark Torres: Long Island and the Legacy of Eugenics
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38:05The science of genetics took a wrong turn in the early 20th century and it ran through Cold Spring Harbor, Long Island. Here overlooking a former whaling port, Dr. Charles Benedict Davenport created the Eugenics Record Office and served as director of the Carnegie Institution’s Station for Experimental Evolution. From these posts he promoted and pu…
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41. Holding space for optimism in 2025 with Molly Lee of Optimistic Soap
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33:00Post-election, we're in a year that is very concerning regarding the rights of my LGBTQ+ community. I'm trying hard to hold space for things like joy and optimism and feel stronger than ever that visibility and allyship are vital. So, who better to have a conversation about optimism and allyship than Molly Lee, the owner of Optimistic Soap, an Asia…
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New for 2025: new episodes of "A Musical Theatre Podcast" will drop on Saturday mornings! Also new for 2025, we're spending the first episodes of the year discussing some of the newest entries into our musical theatre canon. First up is a "flop" from the 2024 Broadway season with a larger cultural and emotional impact than shows with three times as…
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A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD with Erica Halverson and Daniel Pelzig
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1:14:14We're celebrating the end of the year this week with the musical A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD. And just like the musical itself, this week's episode is filled with much more than you'd expect: A salute to the Midwest musical theatre contributions that made this groundbreaking show possible? Check. Perspectives from the show's original Broadway choreog…
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Episode 197: Riverhead Stadium with Fabio Montella
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28:49Memorial Day 1949 was an auspicious day in Riverhead as it saw the inaugural game at the brand new Wivchar Stadium on Harrison Ave. The brainchild of Tony Wivchar, a local entrepreneur and owner of an earth-moving company, the venue soon came to be known as Riverhead Stadium. Although it only existed for a few brief years, the stadium was alive wit…
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ANYONE CAN WHISTLE with Mike Meaney
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1:11:08In 1964, Carol was bringing down the house as Dolly, Barbra was blowing the roof off as Fanny, and for 9 performances only, Angela Lansbury belted out Sondheim as Cora Hoover Hooper in ANYONE CAN WHISTLE. It's no surprise to hear that "flop" is not a curse word on "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but that goes double for a show with an incredible score…
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Kingship in the Psalms with Dr. Beth Currier
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38:35Join us as we sit down with Dr. Beth Currier for an incredibly insightful discussion on the 4th and 5th books of the Psalms. Dr. Currier unpacks how the Israelites, though without a physical home, made God their refuge, and how the "kingship" experiment reveals God as not just the King of Israel, but the King of the whole world.…
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40. It's all connected: a conversation with Rita-Soledad Fernández-Paulino of Wealth Para Todos
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39:58I'm ending the year with a casual and enjoyable conversation with Soledad Fernández-Paulino (they/them), the founder and CEO of Wealth Para Todos, a money and self-care coaching company dedicated to empowering BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ+ communities. The overall topic of our conversation was gender roles in the household and how we shift traditional h…
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"Come and meet those dancing feet!" Why? Because those feet have been through a lot! Karen Prunzik originated the role of "Anytime Annie" in one of Broadway's biggest hits 42ND STREET. This 1980 stage adaptation of the 1933 film gave birth to musical theatre lore we still talk about to this day, and Karen had a front row seat for it all. Join us as…
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Church Planting and Gospel Spreading with Manny Fernandez
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38:48The Pillar Podcast team connected with Manny Fernandez, President of World Link Ministries! Tune in as we dive into the history of World Link, Manny’s upbringing in Spain, and how their ministry is planting churches and spreading the gospel across the globe.By Pillar Seminary
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Episode 196: Dutch Language in New York with Kieran O'Keefe
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31:28The Dutch held on to their New Netherland colony for some forty years. They lost it to the English twice, at gunpoint in 1664 and by treaty in 1674. But although officially gone, the Dutch were not forgotten. In addition to their cultural legacy, the Dutch language held on stubbornly across the region for a long time. How long? That’s the question …
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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA with Sandra Joseph
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1:22:46THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA enjoyed 13,981 performances on Broadway, the most of any musical of all time, but now it finally gets its true crowning glory: its own full episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." This week, Jeff is joined by actress, author, and public speaker Sandra Joseph who has a record-breaking title of her own: "the longest running l…
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39. He Played With Dolls. A chat with writer, Luis Ignacio Andrade
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44:25My guest today is Luis Ignacio Andrade. He's a writer whose collection of essays in He Played With Dolls, chronicles his life as a Latinx gay male growing up in a family dominated by machismo. The title highlights the stereotypes that folks have about gender and boys showing interest in "girl things": dresses, dolls, and Barbies. In our chat today,…
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Exploring Your Spiritual Autobiography with Dr. Angela Washington
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39:31In this episode, we explore spiritual autobiographies and discuss how looking back at the ways God has equipped us through trials and tribulations helps us face new challenges with greater clarity and faith. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation! Dr. Angela D. Washington is an ordained elder in both the United Methodist Church and Nati…
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THE LAST FIVE YEARS with Grace Yurchuk
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1:23:09Are you "Team Cathy" or "Team Jamie?" Exploring the arc of a five-year relationship from beginning to end (or end to beginning?) is no small feat, and this week we do it thanks to Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Singer/songwriter and social media star Grace Yurchuk joins Jeff to discuss this musical that has broken hearts and devastated a…
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Episode 195: Dr. James R. Wright and Walt Whitman's Brain
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36:36The science of the brain was changing throughout the 19th century. Medical researchers were peering ever deeper into cerebral mysteries and one question piqued their interest more than any other: who has the biggest brain? On today’s episode we turn for answers to Dr. James R. Wright, medical historian and retired professor of pathology and laborat…
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THE PROM is an original musical that very much connected with audiences when it first premiered on Broadway in 2018. It features great characters, clever dialogue, and energetic songs. But those things don't write themselves, do they?! This week we sit down with the show's lyricist, and half of its book writing team, six-time Tony nominee Chad Begu…
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Exploring Discipleship with Marty Solomon
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42:20The Pillar Podcast team sat down with Marty Solomon, President of Impact Campus Ministries and host of the BEMA podcast. Tune in to hear about his powerful spiritual journey, insights on Judaic discipleship, and the eastern vs western understandings of the Bible. Plus, we discuss his book Asking Better Questions of the Bible: A Guide for the Wounde…
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Episode 194: The Art of Edward Lange with Lauren Brincat and Peter Fedoryk
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35:20Edward Lange was a German artist who started his career on Long Island in the late 19th century. He meticulously captured the landscape and built environment across the island from Flushing to Sag Harbor in water color paintings rich in detail and charm. Preservation Long Island has just published Promoting Long Island: The Art of Edward Lange, 187…
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38. The Joys (and Challenges) of Trying to Conceive as a Queer Couple: a conversation with Morgan Henry Kerr
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44:49Morgan Henry Kerr (she/her) is a queer mom whose journey to parenthood with her wife was filled with a lot of questions. She quickly discovered a lack of resources for the queer community and decided to create the resources and tools she wished she had during her TTC experience. In this episode, Morgan discusses what it means to be a TTC doula and …
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"Here she is boys! Here she is world! Here's... one of the best written musicals of all time!" GYPSY is part of Jeff's top three, and we have a top tier guest this week to celebrate it. Two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser (THE SECRET GARDEN, ROMANCE/ROMANCE, IN TROUSERS) was a close friend of writer Arthur Laurents and played the role of Tessie Tur…
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Episode 193: Associated Public Historians of New York State conference
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32:22The Association of Public Historians of New York State held their annual conference at Danford’s in Port Jefferson this year, gathering public historians from all corners of the state to discuss resources, projects, and to provide a great opportunity for people to talk history. The Long Island History Project was there to hold a workshop, “How to B…
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Hospitality, Idolatry, and Suffering in Acts 14 with Dr. Dan Lowery
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39:58Today the Pillar Podcast team takes a look at Acts 14 in which Paul and Barnabas are mistaken for pagan deities. The team explores the implications of this passage for 21st century understandings of hospitality, suffering, and idolatry. Missed any episodes? Catch up on all of them at http://pillarseminary.org/podcast! #Podcast #PillarPodcast #Chris…
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FINE AND DANDY with Jennifer Ashley Tepper
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57:37This week's episode may have one of the all-time great backstories in musical theatre history: a woman composes a new Broadway score with her husband during the Great Depression while he works with the US president, and she falls in love with one of the biggest composers of all time. FINE AND DANDY is much more than its title implies, but it sure d…
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37. Tapping into the secrets of using our voice (loud and proud!) with Pam Covarrubias, host of the Café con Pam podcast
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38:47My guest today is Pam Covarrubias (host of Café con Pam podcast). She is a business coach, podcaster, and speaker, and she introduced a concept called Calladita Culture. Calladita Culture is based on a cultural expression in the Latino culture: "Calladita te ves más bonita" (you're prettier when you're quiet) In this episode, we'll dive into what t…
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Listen Now - The Magical Making of Disney's Aladdin on Broadway
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17:26Few musicals have captured the hearts of audiences quite like Disney's ALADDIN. But did you know the beloved stage adaptation of the classic animation almost never came to be? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the untold story of ALADDIN's journey from conception to Broadway triumph. Join 11-time Emmy Award winning entertainment journalist for…
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Christian Nationalism: What did we learn?
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31:46Join us for the final episode of the Pillar Podcast series on Christian nationalism, where the team shares heartfelt reflections and provides resources for those looking to engage and serve in this complex space. #christiannationalism #beadisciple #loveyourneighbor #serveyourneighbor #sermononthemount #politics #pillarseminary #seminary #podcast…
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ANASTASIA is a musical based on a rumor that has stood the test of time and is a testament to the stories we tell during our "darkest Decembers." Joining us this week to discuss it is a young man who's just beginning to tell his own story, and he's earned quite the platform to do so. Damson Chola Jr. won the Jimmy Awards earlier this year and, than…
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LADY, BE GOOD! with William A. Everett
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1:05:34We've got our first "musicologist" and first Gershwin brothers musical in the same episode! This week we welcome William A. Everett to discuss George & Ira's first full collaboration LADY, BE GOOD! Not only did this musical star the Astaire siblings, but it also landed in 1924, a year you'll soon realize was one of the most important in all of Broa…
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36. Coming Out Later in Life with Jillian Abby, author of Perfectly Queer
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46:02In this episode, I chat with author, Jillian Abby (she/her), as we discuss the topic of coming out later in life, which she chronicles in her memoir, Perfectly Queer: Facing Big Fears, Living Hard Truths, and Loving Myself Fully Out of the Closet. Jillian's story, which she shares in her book, is about her coming out later in life - after a ninetee…
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We had "Some Kinda Time" creating an episode all about the terrific musical DOGFIGHT. This off-Broadway offering from Pasek & Paul (pre-Evan Hansen) was both critically appreciated and feared for its unusual premise when it premiered in 2012, but this week's conversation with the talented Frankie Errington (San Diego Critics nominee for DOGFIGHT) r…
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Loving your Neighbor with Caleb Campbell, Part 2
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36:24We're excited for Part 2 of our conversation with Caleb Campbell, Lead Pastor at Desert Springs Bible Church and founder of Disarming Leviathan! In this episode, we dive into Caleb's new book, Disarming Leviathan: Loving your Christian Nationalist Neighbor, and explore how Christians can approach conversations with family and friends leaning toward…
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35. Ben Greene, author of My Child is Trans, Now What?
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43:16Speaker, author, and an LGBTQ+ inclusion advocate, Ben Greene, joins me on the podcast to chat about his book, My Child is Trans, Now What? A Joy-Centered Approach to Support. Ben is a transgender man who is using his voice and his experience to educate parents and families as they navigate questions regarding their child's coming out as transgende…
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Loving your Neighbor with Caleb Campbell, Part 1
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29:14The Pillar Podcast team sits down with Caleb Campbell of Disarming Leviathan to discuss how to love your Christian Nationalist neighbor. In this episode, Caleb shares his church’s experience through its recent political turbulence and how he navigates a community divided by politics. Check out his new book on Amazon! #PillarPodcast #CalebCampbell #…
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Episode 192: Broadway to Jones Beach w Richard Arnold Beattie
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43:42Robert Moses had a vision for Jones Beach in the 1920s that included a theater to bring high quality entertainment to the people. That theater on Zachs Bay went through a number of iterations but reached its height from 1954-1977 when it was under the direction of Guy Lombardo. Along with his brothers Carmen and Lebert, the Canadian-born band leade…
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Send out the call! We're not on strike, but we are covering the biggest hit to start out as a bigger flop (not a bad word). NEWSIES meant a lot to those of us who grew up in the 90s and, thanks to the stage adaptation that fouette'd all over Broadway in 2012, it will continue to mean a lot to future generations. The story of unity and speaking trut…
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Conspiracies, Anti-Intellectualism, and Humility with Dr. Mike Austin, Part 2
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35:42The Pillar Podcast finishes up a conversation with our very special guest Dr. Mike Austin, Professor and Coordinator for Philosophy and Religious Studies at Eastern Kentucky University. Join us as we dive into some of his books and explore deep topics like humility and anti-intellectualism within evangelicalism. Check out Mike's book on Amazon! #Pi…
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Conspiracies, Anti-Intellectualism, and Humility with Dr. Mike Austin
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40:38The Pillar Podcast team sits down with special guest Mike Austin, Professor and Coordinator for Philosophy and Religious Studies at Eastern Kentucky University. Join us as we dive into some of his books and explore deep topics like humility and anti-intellectualism within evangelicalism. Check out Mike's book on Amazon! #PillarPodcast #MikeAustin #…
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